Assesses the link between alcohol consumption and the development of depression, anxiety and suicidal ideation. The review includes longitudinal studies with a time element for depression and anxiety, and longitudinal studies and cross-sectional…
Illustrates key context and data on policies and training related to substance use in the construction industry. Information is based on input from a national study about workplace policies and practices related to substance use and working in…
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) holds the unique position of being Canada’s leading national authority on substance use and addiction.
12 – 1:30 p.m. (EST)
The final webinar of the winter session examines cannabis and mental health among youth, including the impact of cannabis policies on young people.
Heather Burke holds a master’s in psychology and is pursuing a PhD in forensic psychology at Carleton University. Her expertise spans illicit drug markets, drug supply chain analysis, organized crime and the evaluation of enforcement responses.…
Summarizes our submission to the federal government’s public consultation on cannabis legalization. Supports maintaining an evidence-based public health and safety approach to cannabis legalization and regulation in Canada with recommendations.…
Examines the average alcohol consumption of people in Canada and where it falls within the risk zones outlined in Canada’s Guidance on Alcohol and Health (CGAH).
Karen Cumberland serves as Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Community Outreach at CCSA. Her academic journey began at Carleton University, where she earned a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Canadian Policy, followed by a Master of…
Public Health 2020 is the national conference where public health professionals, researchers, policy-makers, academics, students and trainees come together to strengthen efforts to improve health and well-being, to share the latest research and…
Outlines key considerations submitted to the Health Canada consultation on regulations for cannabis edibles, extracts and topicals.
Illustrates key context and data on workplace culture related to substance use in the oil and gas, forestry, and mining industries. Information is based on input from a national study about workplace policies and practices related to substance…
